Job Description
Performs protective service work involving a variety of general or support duty assignments often under emergency conditions and frequently involving considerable danger; and does related work as required.
Essential tasks: effects arrest, prepares investigative reports, exercises independent judgment, operates a law enforcement vehicle, communicates coherently and effectively, pursues fleeing suspects, utilizes firearms, performs searches, conducts surveillance, and engages in law enforcement patrol functions.
The successful applicant must be able to perform ALL of the above functions, unassisted, and a pace and at level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. This requires a high level of physical ability to include vision, hearing, speaking, flexibility, and strength.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Application
Submit a completed application packet including the following: Information Checklist, F-3 Personal History Statement (to be notarized), Information Release Letter (to be notarized), and Applicant Questionnaire.
Submit the completed package of information either in person or by mail to:
Mayodan Police Department
101 North 3rd Avenue
Mayodan, NC 27027
Oral Interview and Fingerprint
Attend a professional, in-depth interview. You will then be fingerprinted.
Background Investigation
The background investigation is a fact-finding process to evaluate an applicant's suitability for police work.
Conditional Job Offer
Once your background investigation has been completed, you may receive a conditional job offer. The offer is contingent upon your successful completion of the physical examination, psychological interview, and firearms qualifications.
Medical Physical Examination
The medical examination consists of a complete physical by a doctor of our choosing.
Psychological Evaluation
A brief interview with the Law Enforcement Psychologist to determine suitability for law enforcement.
Firearms Qualification
You will be taken to the firing range to qualify both a service handgun and shotgun. You will be trained by state certified instructors on safety, technique, and procedure.
Formal Job Offer
Once you have successfully completed the application process, you may be selected to become a member of the Mayodan Police Department.
